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The October Edit:
Curating Cozy Vibes and Fall Musings

October is an exciting month for CH. Queue travel, project photoshoots, publication features, and continued…
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Get the Look:
The High Desert Tumalo Ranch Rumpus Room

Welcome to one of my favorite spots in our home—what we lovingly call the “rumpus…
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Why We Opted for a Dutch Door

A quick history lesson … From the moment we started planning our Tumalo home here…
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An Interior Designer’s List of Reliable Etsy Vendors

If you’ve been following along here at Clouz Houz for a while, you already know…
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Sandstone
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Idella Top
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Embroidered Daisy Bandana
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Broken Arrow Melody Cuff
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Paloma Upholstered Amber Swivel Dining Chair
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Finley Curio Cabinet
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The Horse Lodge Cardigan
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Louis XV Copper Pot
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Organic Percale Printed Sheet Set
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Zanzibar Pillow Cover
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Antique Brass Tap Faucet
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Antique Iron Log Holder
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The September Edit: Curated, Seasonal Must-Haves

Ah, September—my favorite time of year, and also my birthday month (happy Libra season)! There’s…
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Why We Chose No Upper Cabinets in our Kitchen

This might be a little controversial, but we decided not to incorporate upper cabinets in…
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Beautiful Bedroom Design Tips

For some, the bedroom is just a place to crash after a long day. It’s…
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The Tumalo Rumpus Room Reveal

Hey friends — we just shared a reel about how every room should tell a…
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Texas Pool, Aug. 1970 by Amanda Snyder
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Outdoor Side Table
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Kelly Wearstler: Coffee Table Book
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Lafayette Whitewashed Wood Nightstand
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L.L. Bean Boat & Tote
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Mavis Ruffle Trim Flat Clutch
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Hollywood Regency Upholstered Sofa with Fringe Skirt
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Wallflower Tile
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Oyster Plate
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Tiger Pillow
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Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Porcelain Pendant
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The Harlow Wide-Leg Pant
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The August Edit: Linger Longer

Embracing the Present The summer months are such precious days, aren’t they? We have limited…
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Faible Modern 4-Piece Wheat Performance Velvet Sectional
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Derrico Acacia Wood Coffee Table
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Aspen Chair
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Texas Pool, Aug. 1970 by Amanda Snyder
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Westlake, Cal. Aug. 1970 by Amanda Snyder
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Linen Hand Block-Printed Pillow Cover
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Rivera Sofa
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Espira Round Cream Marbled Resin Coffee Table
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Cigar Accent Chair
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Linen Hand Block-Printed Pillow Cover
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Cabinet Maker’s Picture Light
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Gold Inlay Dice Case
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Coterie Burnt Orange Rug
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Creative Co-Op Metal Martini Table
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Crackled Moth Wall Art
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Audrey Three Seater Sofa
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Theo Coffee Table
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Nunez Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
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Alameda Floor Lamp
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Eight Homes: Clements Design
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Vintage Art Book | Dali
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Pheasant Feather Triptych Framed Print
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Hand-painted Porcelain Posy Dish
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Ross Ceramic Multi Taper Holder
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Audris Martini Table
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Our Proven Methods for Pairing a Sofa with a Coffee Table

When it comes to designing your room layout and deciding on which furniture to purchase,…
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John Derian Picture Book
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Art House – Assouline Coffee Table Book
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The Italian Dream book
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The Garden Book
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Tom Ford
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Found Reclaimed Wood Bowl
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Ruffled Marble Bowl
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Antler
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Modern Brass Sconce
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Pair of Mahogany Wooden Armchairs with Wicker Grid Seats
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Fluted Marble Bowl
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Marble Candlestick Holder
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Genuine Sea Coral
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White Quartz Geode
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Italian Travertine Coffee Table
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Anna Antique Brass Taper Holder
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Shop Our Living Room: High Desert Tumalo Ranch

The living room at our high desert Tumalo ranch home is finally coming together! I’ve…
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The Rush House Original rug
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Suede Fringe Stool
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Vintage 1950s Thonet Style Bentwood Revolving Coat Stand
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Meera – Hand Block-printed Linen Pillowcase
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Tulip Coco Pillow
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Tube Swing Arm Wall Light
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Large Antique Church Pew Bench
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Tumalo Entryway: Space Optimization & Solutions

Let’s talk entryways, shall we? It’s funny – we’ve shared all sorts of updates about…
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Office reveal… but also a little life update.

We’ve been working from this space behind the scenes, and it finally feels ready to share. This is where client projects come to life…where we’re sourcing, planning, and building what’s next for both our Oregon projects and the ones we’re beginning here in Tennessee.

Oregon will always be home for our work. Our roots are there and very much staying, but we’re excited to now be creating in Tennessee as well, while continuing to serve clients nationwide.

We have three project openings this summer and are currently taking on new clients in both locations.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a project, you can inquire through our website…we’d love to work together. 🤍

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Office reveal… but also a little life update. We’ve been working from this space behind the scenes, and it finally feels ready to share. This is where client projects come to life…where we’re sourcing, planning, and building what’s next for both our Oregon projects and the ones we’re beginning here in Tennessee. Oregon will always be home for our work. Our roots are there and very much staying, but we’re excited to now be creating in Tennessee as well, while continuing to serve clients nationwide. We have three project openings this summer and are currently taking on new clients in both locations. If you’ve been thinking about starting a project, you can inquire through our website…we’d love to work together. 🤍

What started as a “simple” fireplace update quickly turned into one of those classic renovation plot twists.😅
Here’s how it actually unfolded:

1. Planned to install tile over the existing fireplace tile — that was the original vision.
2. Began demo and discovered some serious structural damage to chimney. Immediate pivot.
3. Tore in further and uncovered the original brick hiding underneath.
4. Brought in the mason to re-mortar and clean everything up.
5. The brick went from dusty and rustic to bright red and very classic — and yes... I freaked out a little.
6. Lived with it for a bit to see if I could make peace with the new look.
7. Ultimately we applied a watered down lime grout (what was used by mason) to give it that old-world imperfect feel again.
8. Polished/stained the original stone hearth to refresh it without replacing it.
9. Stripped down the fussy details from the wood mantle and surround.
10. Painted the mantle and reinstalled it — and finally, it all felt right.

Renovations rarely go exactly as planned, but sometimes uncovering what’s underneath leads to something better than you imagined in the first place.

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What started as a “simple” fireplace update quickly turned into one of those classic renovation plot twists.😅 Here’s how it actually unfolded: 1. Planned to install tile over the existing fireplace tile — that was the original vision. 2. Began demo and discovered some serious structural damage to chimney. Immediate pivot. 3. Tore in further and uncovered the original brick hiding underneath. 4. Brought in the mason to re-mortar and clean everything up. 5. The brick went from dusty and rustic to bright red and very classic — and yes... I freaked out a little. 6. Lived with it for a bit to see if I could make peace with the new look. 7. Ultimately we applied a watered down lime grout (what was used by mason) to give it that old-world imperfect feel again. 8. Polished/stained the original stone hearth to refresh it without replacing it. 9. Stripped down the fussy details from the wood mantle and surround. 10. Painted the mantle and reinstalled it — and finally, it all felt right. Renovations rarely go exactly as planned, but sometimes uncovering what’s underneath leads to something better than you imagined in the first place.

Omg this kitchen is so close I can feel it😭

The brick floors are in, the character is there, and the countdown to actually cooking in here (aka retiring the air fryer + constant takeout era) is officially on.

This one detail alone is making everything feel real and lived-in already... And I can’t wait to see it all come together.

If you’re into kitchens with soul + old-house energy, save this for later!

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Omg this kitchen is so close I can feel it😭 The brick floors are in, the character is there, and the countdown to actually cooking in here (aka retiring the air fryer + constant takeout era) is officially on. This one detail alone is making everything feel real and lived-in already... And I can’t wait to see it all come together. If you’re into kitchens with soul + old-house energy, save this for later!

I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how I run my business… so whether you are a prospective client or a new designer here’s something I wanted to share…

After 15+ years, I can tell you this: running a design studio is about so much more than creating something beautiful.

Most days, it feels like 80% of my job is understanding people—how they live, what they need, what matters to them and only 20% is the actual design. And honestly, that might surprise you.

A lot of how I operate comes from my early career as an Executive Assistant at Nike, where I learned the value of being organized, anticipate needs, and keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. That foundation shapes everything we do.

Because in the end, it’s not just about pretty homes… it’s about creating spaces that truly support the people living in them. And the process in getting there can completely change the entire experience.

So if you are questioning if you have what it takes to do this, or maybe you are considering working with us- know this: if you think designers are just “creatives” you are wrong- it’s also all the unsexy stuff - the process in which we create a beautiful space.

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I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how I run my business… so whether you are a prospective client or a new designer here’s something I wanted to share… After 15+ years, I can tell you this: running a design studio is about so much more than creating something beautiful. Most days, it feels like 80% of my job is understanding people—how they live, what they need, what matters to them and only 20% is the actual design. And honestly, that might surprise you. A lot of how I operate comes from my early career as an Executive Assistant at Nike, where I learned the value of being organized, anticipate needs, and keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. That foundation shapes everything we do. Because in the end, it’s not just about pretty homes… it’s about creating spaces that truly support the people living in them. And the process in getting there can completely change the entire experience. So if you are questioning if you have what it takes to do this, or maybe you are considering working with us- know this: if you think designers are just “creatives” you are wrong- it’s also all the unsexy stuff - the process in which we create a beautiful space.

If you want your home to feel more custom, look up.

One pet peeve is when electricians “swiss cheese” your ceiling with a bunch of recessed can lights. By strategically placing them you can get a beautiful and seamless look. Standard recessed lights have a visible trim that creates a subtle shadow line on the ceiling.

These 3” mud-in recessed lights are installed and finished directly into the drywall, so there’s no trim, no harsh edge, no visual interruption. Seamless.

A subtle ceiling detail I have never done before but I’m soooo glad we did!

It’s quieter. Cleaner. More intentional.

Save this and bring it up early in your planning phase. This is a detail WORTH considering! Also, If you want the exact lights we used comment ‘ME’ and we will DM you the link.

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If you want your home to feel more custom, look up. One pet peeve is when electricians “swiss cheese” your ceiling with a bunch of recessed can lights. By strategically placing them you can get a beautiful and seamless look. Standard recessed lights have a visible trim that creates a subtle shadow line on the ceiling. These 3” mud-in recessed lights are installed and finished directly into the drywall, so there’s no trim, no harsh edge, no visual interruption. Seamless. A subtle ceiling detail I have never done before but I’m soooo glad we did! It’s quieter. Cleaner. More intentional. Save this and bring it up early in your planning phase. This is a detail WORTH considering! Also, If you want the exact lights we used comment ‘ME’ and we will DM you the link.
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